Distill Craft Spirits was established in 2019 with the inception of making Honey Mead, a project born out of the need for something to do during the pandemic-induced isolation. The Mead was enjoyable, but its distilled version revealed a completely new characteristic. Through numerous trials involving different yeast strains, fermentation, and distillation techniques, we eventually crafted a delicate, floral spirit.
When it was time to introduce our spirit to the public, we approached the Taxes Trade Board, which had no prior experience with this type of spirit. Consequently, we had to create a new classification and specify Honey as a raw material for distillation and proofing.
The outcome is the Distilled Craft Spirit - Made from Honey, as indicated on the back label.
This Honey Spirit boasts a floral and sweet finish that pairs excellently with light fruit juices such as Lemon, Orange, Lime, Pomegranate, Pears, Peaches, Rasberry, and Cranberry. It is advised to avoid using darker fruits/berries (Blackberries, Blueberries) as they may overpower the spirit's flavor.
The distillation process is meticulous to ensure the exclusion of any harmful compounds or harsh alcohol. As soon as the flavor begins to turn bitter, we separate the tails, which can be re-distilled in the next batch or discarded if deemed too bitter.
Honey Daisy
INGREDIENTS:
2 oz. base (Honey Distilled Spirit)
1 oz. fresh lemon juice
1 tsp. grenadine
½ tsp. Honey (1:1)
Chilled seltzer or club soda
Tools: shaker, strainer
Glass: Julep
Garnish: seasonal fresh fruit, fresh mint (optional)
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METHOD:
Combine all ingredients in a shaker over ice and shake. Strain over fresh ice and garnish
Honey bee
INGREDIENTS:
2 oz Honey Distilled Spirit
1/2 oz Honey
1/2 oz Lemon Juice or sour mix
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METHOD:
Fill a mixing glass with ice Ian’s Distilled Craft Spirit – Honey Then Shake and Strain into chilled glass
Sunday Afternoon
INGREDIENTS:
2 ounces Distilled Craft Spirit - Honey
2 ounces Madarine Orange sweetened Seltzer
2 ounces Lemon Sweetened Seltzer
2 ounces fresh Lime Juice
Top off with Seltzer or Club Soda or Topo Chico
Enjoy on your porch after a long hard day and relax or have it as a desrt after dinner.
METHOD:
Mix all ingredients in a tall glass over ice, stir and enjoy.
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